Dubai’s newest treat is turning heads—the Chocolate Bar. This bar combines knafeh, a traditional Middle Eastern dessert, with a creamy pistachio-tahini filling, all encased in rich chocolate. Tempting, isn’t it? It’s even inspired fans to create their own Starbucks drink to mimic its unique flavor.
For many, the challenge lies in the fact that this chocolate isn’t exactly affordable or easy to find.
If dropping $20 on a candy bar isn’t your thing, there’s a budget-friendly and accessible alternative: recreating the flavors as a matcha latte. That’s right—creative Starbucks fans have whipped up their own version of the viral treat, turning it into a delicious, drinkable experience.
The DIY drink combines pistachio syrup with a matcha green tea latte, finished with a generous layer of chocolate cold foam. It’s like the pistachio flavor returned to Starbucks just in time for this trend.
While the chain doesn’t offer any knafeh-inspired ingredients, the earthy matcha serves as a decent stand-in.
If you want to try this indulgent drink for yourself, here’s how to order the “Dubai Chocolate Matcha Latte” at Starbucks:
Venti Matcha Latte
Oat Milk
2 Pumps of Pistachio Syrup
Chocolate Cold Foam (I used the dairy free cold foam and it was delicious)
Fans are calling this creation a 10/10, and it’s quickly becoming a must-try for anyone curious about the viral trend.
With its pistachio, chocolate, and matcha flavors blending perfectly, this drink is an accessible, budget-friendly way to get a taste of the Dubai Chocolate Bar.
The drink might not deliver the exact same experience as indulging in a luxurious candy bar—the flavor balance and lack of texture set it apart. But that’s not necessarily a downside.
I have never tried the candy bar, but I have came close to spending $20 for one because of how tasty it looks. According to those who’ve tried both, the drink still captures the essence of the candy bar’s flavor.
My review of the drink is that it is a very tasty matcha that is bursting with chocolate-y goodness. I can’t say I noticed strong pistachio flavor but maybe it just balances everything because the drink overall was delicious. When I am in the mood for chocolate, I will definitely buy it again.
If you have been eyeing the Dubai candy bars like me — I say give this a try. Think of it as a budget-friendly preview to decide if the real thing is worth the splurge.
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